Paul C. Broun Sr.

For his son, see Paul Broun.

Paul Collins Broun Sr. (March 1, 1916 – February 14, 2005) was an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the Georgia State Senate for the 46th district from 1963 to 2001.^[1] He was a member of the Democratic Party.

Paul Broun
Member of the Georgia Senate from the 46th district
In office 1963–2001
Succeeded by	Doug Haines
Personal details
Born	Paul Collins Broun (1916-03-01)March 1, 1916 Shellman, Georgia, U.S.
Died	(2005-02-14)February 14, 2005 (aged 89) Athens, Georgia, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Children	Paul Broun
Education	University of Georgia (BS)
Military service
Branch/service	United States Army
Battles/wars	World War II

Early life and education

Broun was born in Shellman, Georgia. In 1930, Broun moved with his family to Athens, Georgia. Broun graduated from Athens High School in 1933. He received his bachelor's degree in agricultural engineering from University of Georgia in 1937. During World War II, Broun served in the United States Army and was commissioned a lieutenant colonel.

Career

Broun owned a car dealership and tire business in Athens, Georgia. Broun served in the Georgia Senate from 1963 to 2001 as a Democrat.

Personal life

Broun died in Athens, Georgia.^[2][3] His son, Paul Broun, served in the United States House of Representatives.